Radial Pinch
Radial Pinch compresses an object inward from a center point with a customizable profile curve. Unlike regular Pinch which works from back to front, Radial Pinch compresses symmetrically around a center axis.
How to Use
- Select an object
- Apply the Radial Pinch operation from the Reshape menu
- Edit the path profile to define how much pinch is applied at each height
- Adjust the number of slices for smoothness
Parameters
- Path - A profile curve editor that defines the pinch amount at each height level. Edit the curve to create custom pinch profiles
- Pinch Slices - Number of vertical cuts for smooth pinching. More slices = smoother results
Advanced Parameters
- Pinch Type - Direction of compression:
- Radial - Compress equally from all sides toward center
- X Axis - Compress only along the X axis
- Y Axis - Compress only along the Y axis
- Rotation Offset - Shift the center of the pinch effect
Tips
- Use the path editor to create hourglass, bottle, or vase-like shapes
- Radial pinch is ideal for creating organic, rounded forms from cylindrical objects
- Increase Pinch Slices for smoother curves, especially on tight pinch profiles